Daddy Long Legs
Epilogue (9), After that, the heroine's story (3)
After the end of her second marriage, Yeo-ju thought she should live quietly.
We moved into a small, cramped house not far from the neighborhood where Seokjin lives.
Yeo-ju, who had helped out at Jeong-guk's bakery for a few months during the agreement period in her first marriage, found it very helpful in organizing her thoughts.
I went to see him to help with his work.
국
Sister! Welcome~~~
When the female protagonist said she wanted to work, Jeongguk readily made room for her.
During the day, Yeoju displayed bread at Jeongguk's bakery, organized sales, and spent her nights writing.
Jeongguk, who only hired employees who could bake bread in an apprenticeship system and did not have anyone specifically assigned to work the counter,
With Yeoju helping him with his work, he began to expand his business, including opening branches.
While working, there were some people who recognized Yeoju, but since it was a place with mostly regular customers, Yeoju didn't feel too uncomfortable.
A few months after Yoon started working at Branch 2, Yeo-ju heard that Jung-guk and Yoon had started dating and sincerely congratulated them.
As Yeoju's mind began to settle down, she began to feel more comfortable writing.
At that time, Seokjin went to Africa at Jimin's request and taught refugee children.
The woman, who spoke French, their common language, often met the children via video conference.
The female protagonist, who was heartbroken by Tanya's story after becoming close to her through video calls, continued her career as a children's book writer by turning Tanya's story into a children's book.
Tanya Series, written at this time,
Later, when Taehyung joined the African group and raised money for refugees,
It was also introduced to European and English-speaking countries, and its social value was recognized, marking a turning point in the author's career.
Meanwhile, Yoon-i and Jung-guk declared that they would become a couple without a wedding, and Seok-jin and Yeo-ju supported them.
The two made plans to have children and started a family.
When Yoon-i and Jeong-guk's children were born,
Yeo-ju, who had fantasized about a happy family and childcare since she was young, often spent her time taking care of Yoon-i's children.
Yoon-i wonders whether the treatment with Teacher Min was effective, or whether the care of Jeong-guk and Yeo-ju was of great help.
The symptoms of panic disorder and cyclothymia that I had previously experienced had almost disappeared, and I was living comfortably.
In that way, Yeoju tried to live her life as a good friend and aunt, somewhat satisfied with her life.
And back to the present...
유여주
And.. I wanted to be happy too.. but I came back..
As the heroine lay down on the bed, she suddenly felt a warm feeling of having a place to return to, and a part of her heart ached.
Beep beep beep beep..
Suddenly, when the front door opened, the female protagonist quickly wiped away her tears and came out to the living room.
석진
Oh...? You're here... Nice to meet you...
Seokjin returned to Korea after a long time.
유여주
What the... If you were coming, you should have told me in advance... You should have cleaned it at least once more...
석진
how have you been doing..?
Seokjin, whom I hadn't seen in a long time, had wrinkles on his face and gray hair near his forehead.
As Yeo-ju watched Seok-jin grow older, she realized how much time had passed.
석진
I'll put my luggage in the room and come out~ I'm tired.. I don't feel like eating, should I have a cup of tea..?
The heroine nodded quietly.
석진
What happened..? What was that luggage in the living room..?
석진
Didn't you say you were going to live with someone you've been seeing since the beginning of this year?
유여주
That's... it's all over... Oppa...
유여주
I guess I'm not destined to live with anyone.
The heroine said with a bitter smile.
석진
Heroine... Can I ask what... happened?
Seokjin asked cautiously.
유여주
Just... this time, I really wanted to live normally... have kids like Yooni... and live like that,
유여주
I don't have a child..
유여주
There's chaos at my in-laws' house... He says he can't leave his family...
석진
What the...? What the...
유여주
No.. So.. I felt sorry because it seemed like it was my fault.. and I was sick of my in-laws urging me, so I packed my bags and left.
The female protagonist stopped Seokjin, who was about to get up in anger.
유여주
I'll give him the house too... I don't have many good memories of that house... I feel like he's no good... After the adjustment period, legally, we'll be completely over...
As Seokjin thought about returning after a long time and seeing Yooni's children, various emotions flashed across his face.
유여주
I already cleaned out the house I lived in before I got married, and I decided to give my new house to him, so I have no place to stay...
유여주
So... can I... stay here for a while?
The heroine's voice was tired and weak.
석진
Heroine...you don't have to leave...stay as long as you want...your room is still the same...
Seokjin spoke slowly, looking at the female lead who looked weak.
석진
Um... If you feel uncomfortable sharing the same floor as me, you can use the room upstairs... Make yourself at home.
유여주
Okay... Okay... Thank you...
The heroine returned to her room lonely.
석진
...
The heroine remained quiet for a while.
Then, as a writer, I started to regularly go to the orphanage where I lived to read fairy tales to the children.
Participating as a writer in an event of a social enterprise run by Seokjin,
He also wrote an autobiographical account of his marriage and divorce.
Seokjin and Yeoju began living together, preparing meals for each other and doing everyday things together, just like when Yeoju had lost her memory and was staying at home.
Sometimes we watch movies together, go shopping together, or go to the market to buy groceries.
Sometimes I would have a glass of wine and reminisce about old times.
Their relationship was just like that.
A few years later, Jimin's funeral was held,
Seokjin, Yooni, Jungkook, and the kids,
Taehyung gathered everyone in one place.
Since there weren't many people to visit, the funeral was held in a small ceremony.
아이들
Aunt~~~
The children who were awkward at the funeral home welcomed Yeoju, who arrived a little late after taking care of something in the morning.
유여주
Oh my... guys...
The woman hugged the children one by one and then immediately hugged Yooni.
유여주
Jimin, you must have been the most surprised by the news...
유여주
What should I do...
Yoon-i's expression was brighter than expected.
윤
No... My uncle... He said he would live in hiding all the time because he thought he would get hurt and die after he retired.
윤
We saved the children there and rebuilt the village.
윤
At that rate, I guess he lived a really good life and passed away.. haha
Yuni had tears in her eyes, but she smiled brightly.
Compared to Yoongi, who had known Jimin since he was young, Taehyung's expression next to him looked truly heartbroken and sad.
김태형 빅토르
Everyone has to die at least once... so the meaning is important...
김태형 빅토르
Jimin was a bit reckless...
김태형 빅토르
Even when I tell him to go back because things are bad, he doesn't go back... sigh...
Taehyung covered his face and shed tears at the death of his only friend.
Guk-i, who couldn't stand to watch, hugged Tae-hyung for a moment and let him lean on his shoulder.
김태형 빅토르
/Even though I said I had to leave like that /
김태형 빅토르
/Without even listening... Ah, you really are a bad kid... Sigh.../
김태형 빅토르
..sob sob...
국
Detective Victor...
국
When I was young, I was really scared... but I didn't know he was this tearful.
국
It's been a while since I've seen you... You really look different...
Taehyung sobbed in Gook's arms, not knowing whether he had heard the story or not.
While Taehyung was sobbing, Guk continued speaking.
국
I think my uncle lived a good life and passed away.
국
Of the three of us, he's the only one who found family.
국
He was a very sensitive and scary person...
국
I'm proud of my uncle... haha
윤
Yes, my uncle... When I think of the old days... He passed away well and not in vain...
Perhaps because they had been close to death during their childhood, Yoon-i and Guk-i were indifferent to Jimin's death.
As the story of death was going on, Yeo-ju was concerned about Yoon-i's children.
I took the children out to the parking lot in front of the funeral home.
유여주
Still, it's sad that someone died, right...?
아이들
Ugh......... Is that so...
The children answered sullenly.
유여주
You guys have probably had a video call with your uncle before...
유여주
I don't remember because I haven't done it recently.
아이들
I'm not sure... but I think I know who it is... the person who raised my mom..?
The female lead said it was okay even if she didn't remember exactly, patted the children's heads, and sat down on the bench in front of the funeral hall.
아이들
But your aunt isn't getting married...?
아이들
Hey, Mom told me not to ask you that.
The two children started bickering.
유여주
No, can I ask..?
유여주
Your aunt isn't getting married because she wants to look after you guys...?
아이들
Wow~~~ Really...??
One child said it was good, and the other tilted his head, saying it was strange.
아이들
My mom said she became really happy after living with my dad.
아이들
Aunt doesn't have anyone living with her right now...
유여주
No? My aunt lives with Seokjin.
유여주
And my aunt is happy..
유여주
You guys are here, and Yooni is here too...
Suddenly, Jisoo raised her head and looked at the sky, and the cherry blossoms that had just begun to bloom on a spring day caught her eye.
유여주
Marrying someone you love isn't necessarily a happy ending, haha
유여주
There is a kind of love where being close like family is enough...
아이들
Like my aunt and us...?
유여주
Ding dong daeng! Correct answer... haha
유여주
So when I become your grandmother, you guys have to take care of me, okay?
아이들
of course!!!
유여주
Is it because it's a mountain, the wind is cold... Should we go back in...?
The woman took the children in.
The story of the heroine fin.
I tried to finish it in three parts, but it ended up being too long.
Thank you for coming with us!
Now, this is the last Seokjin story.
*All stories are from the author's own head. ©️ Earthquake in My Head (2022)